# What is Gobu? **Gobu** is created by the Scrintal Team, a new space tailored specifically for learning and research workflows. We want to reassure you that **Scrintal remains a stable and reliable environment**. It's trusted by thousands of users for networked thinking and PKM, and we’re committed to keeping that experience intact. That’s why, instead of altering the existing Scrintal setup, we created **Gobu**. To clarify: **Gobu is simply a second doorway into the same technology you already use in Scrintal**. Your entire Scrintal library is already synced and accessible in Gobu, so you can seamlessly switch between the two. While both platforms share the same core engine, they’re optimized for different purposes. For example, **Gobu doesn’t include backlinks between docs**, focusing instead on a more linear, question-driven research flow. So if your work leans more toward **PKM and visual thinking**, Scrintal may be the better fit. But if you're deep into **research questions, structured analysis**, and **study-based workflows**, Gobu might be your new favorite tool. Feel free to experiment with both and see what works best for your workflow! If you are a **Scrintal user**, we've already activated the **Learner plan** on your Gobu account. This plan gives you **40 credits per month** to start exploring and analyzing right away. Because running AI analyses is computationally intensive (and comes with real costs), we’ve designed **Gobu** with a **credit system** to keep things sustainable and fair for everyone. Each **PDF analysis** in Gobu costs **1 credit**. Your credits reset monthly and are included in your plan, and if you need more, you can always top up or upgrade. Visit Gobu website to learn more ➡️